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University of South Florida on Microplastics
Most recent record dated September 14, 2026.
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- 2026-09-14
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University of South Florida researchers are investigating whether mangrove leaves and tree crabs act as sinks for microplastics in Tampa Bay waterways. The study analyzes leaf surface traps, crab stomachs, and stormwater runoff impacts across multiple local coastal sites.
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- 2026-09-14USF grad students study microplastics in mangrovesPress coverage of this story.
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